Decoding/interpreting current Bosch model numbering

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Just been looking at current 60cm wide Bosch range in case I decide I can’t fix or it is not economic to fix current fill problem with my S210.

With this model and previous Bosch washing machines I’ve bought, I tried to choose the model with fewest bells and whistles from a reliable and well-performing subrange of models (if you understand what I mean).

It’s not clear to me from the Bosch current model numbering how I do this now. I can see that the C, L and E letters in the code mean Classixx, Exxcel and Logixx (assuming they are the correct Teutonic misspellings ;>) and that there are (at least) SGS4x…, SGS5x… and SGS6x… model ranges.

Now the question: is it that all the SGS5x models are the same basic machine with the C/L/E variants providing the bells and whistles, or is it that all the E models are the same basic machine with the 4x/5x/6x variants providing the bells and whistles?

I think I am considering a 4x or 5x Classixx or Exxcel model. I can see from various reviews I’ve read that the SGS5xE.. model performs better than the SGS4xC.. model but is this (mainly) because it is a 5x model or an Exxcel model?

And on a similar note, do the Siemens models have close equivalents in the Bosch range or are there significant differences under the skin?

TIA (BTW, I think these UKW forums are amazingly informative and helpful!)
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Vince

[Penguin45]

Re: Decoding/interpreting current Bosch model numbering

In one sense, it doesn’t matter which you buy, as you are purchasing the same basic box/tub/motor etc. Only the control circuitry differs across the range, so choose on the basis of what you need the machine to do for your household needs – do you really need delay start/extra light glass only programme for instance?

I take it you didn’t clear the bottom transfer hose as per your previous thread?

Regards,
Penguin45.

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Re: Decoding/interpreting current Bosch model numbering

Penguin45

Not had an opportunity yet to look at clearing the hose you’ve suggested – hope to do it tomorrow, that is later today…

You are suggesting that all the models include much the same hardware and that the different functions are implemented today in software where 10-20 years ago the different functionality meant different hardware.

OK, but I would still be interested to find out whether I should be looking for a higher number or a Exxcel/Logixx if I wanted better overall ‘performance’ rather than more bells and whistles. If the codes don’t include this kind of meaning, then they are just a random set of numbers and letters used to identify a specific set of features, and buying what you want has got much much more difficult – in fact, it almost forces you to buy on price level alone.
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Vince

[Penguin45]

Re: Decoding/interpreting current Bosch model numbering

Forgive me being cynical, but the more models you can splatter across the market, the more “presence” you have in the marketplace. This is the glorious age of Google and Jeeves after all. In a way, it’s very like cars – you spend a fortune on a “platform”, then build different bodies on it – BUT – its the same basic thing.

It is well known in the trade that the hundred pound difference between a 1000 spin Indesit autowasher and the 1200 version was a snap-off link on the electronic board, similarly with the Hotpoint you could cut a link wire to get the same result.

So, if you realise that the “mark-up” for the extra options is where the extra cost lies, you’ll go for a nice sensible 5 programme machine, no bells and whistles, take the 2 year guarantee from Bosch (nice) and you’ll be OK for 5 – 7 years.

I’m afraid that even a new Bosch won’t last like the last one, but not bad for these days.

Personally, I’d flush that hose out and keep the old girl going – after all it’s taken this long to finally go wrong………

Regards,
Penguin45.

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